The Office of Research and Innovation has partnered with Hanover Research to boost proposals and enhance grant-seeking strategies. This service is available to any member of the Western Michigan University community who will act as Principal Investigator on a submission, including faculty of all ranks, staff, and campus-wide initiatives. Hanover Research’s expertise in proposal support and development will help position WMU competitively, furthering strategic initiatives that will grow the university’s research impact. 

Join us from 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm on Tuesday, September 30th, in Waldo Library, room 3027, to learn more about Hanover’s services and resources to support your proposal development. Please RSVP to …

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) will be available Oct. 1 and covers the academic year from July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027. Completing the FAFSA is essential for students seeking financial support for college, as it provides access to grants, scholarships and federal student loans for the upcoming academic year. More information is available at https://studentaid.gov/ The sooner it's completed, the more financial aid students could be eligible for at Western! 

WMU’s Haenicke Institute for Global Education is excited to announce International Education Week 2025, happening November 3–6. Celebrate global diversity through lectures, panels and research presentations. New this year: the International Research Exhibition, with student research displayed in the Student Center all week and a poster reception on Nov. 5. Invite undergrad and grad researchers to apply by Oct. 17 using this form. Questions? Email us at hige-…

The Haenicke Institute for Global Education is proud to share that Western welcomed over 275 new international students this fall. They join a vibrant global community, bringing total international enrollment to 1,800 students from 95 countries. Nearly 1,100 study at WMU campuses, while 790 are enrolled in overseas programs like the Global Innovation MBA in Taiwan, which welcomed 21 new students this fall. Thank you for welcoming this new class. Your support reminds students that Western is a place for all. Learn more about the new class of international students here.

Ready to take your leadership skills and career to the next level? The WMU MBA is one of the most popular advanced degrees that WMU employees pursue. Why? Career advancement and valuable connections. Sign up for the Oct. 1 info session at 6 p.m., which can be attended online or in person, to learn more about the program, as well as the new MBA workshop that covers all prerequisites in a single semester.

Register for the Oct. 1 info session

The smell of ramen is wafting through the air at the Western Michigan University Student Center. HÔU JIA Kitchen and Bar, featuring the bold flavors of Taiwanese street fare, is now officially open in the space formally known as The Pub.

HÔU JIA (pronounced HOH jyuh) translates to “tasty food and drink,” and the restaurant aims to capture the flavors of traditional Taiwanese night markets. Its menu includes items such as ramen noodles, bento boxes, boba and bubble tea. The restaurant will also sell beer and wine.

Due to the transition to Banner 9, the current Course Lookup tool will no longer be supported. Beginning Monday, September 29, the Course Lookup link on the Registrar’s office website will be replaced with the Banner-delivered Class Search. A Bronco NetID and password will not be required to use the new class search tool. Please reach out if you have any questions or need assistance navigating the new tool after the change is made.

The 2025 Visual Identity guide has been released. To ensure consistency and impact across all WMU brand communications, please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the updated guide. For questions, email @email.

Download the 2025 Visual Identity guide

Western Michigan University’s Office of Information Technology invites you to the 4th Annual Cybersecurity Summit — a full-day event designed to engage students, faculty, staff, and the broader community in the evolving world of cybersecurity.

This year’s summit features:

The Healthy Way program is designed for faculty and staff who want to achieve their health and wellness goals through evidence-based nutrition and mindful eating practices and behavior change strategies. Sessions are designed to provide individual and peer support. 

(Space is limited to 40 people)